I work in a critical sector for COVID-19 (Agriculture, Food processing, Health care, Aged care, Disability care or Child care) Working Holiday Maker visas cannot be extended. However, if you have completed three or six months of specified work in Australia, you may be able to apply for a second or third Working Holiday Maker visa. The AustralianContinue reading “Staying in Australia during the COVID-19 Pandemic”
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Help the Bushfire Recovery
Update on specified work for the 2nd year visa The Australian government has announced its plan to expand the conditions of the 2nd year visa. This will allow backpackers on 417 and 462 visas to work in bushfire affected areas, and count this towards the required work for the 2nd year visa. Find out theContinue reading “Help the Bushfire Recovery”
Sydney Mardi Gras Festival 2020
Check out the link below for all you need to know about the outrageous and amazing 2020 Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras Festival! https://www.mardigras.org.au/
Backpackers on Bikes!
For most of us, getting food delivered has become a part of life – a time saving tool that allows us to eat pretty much anything we desire, whenever we want and wherever we are – and all done at the touch of a button! The explosion of delivery options in Australia has grown exponentiallyContinue reading “Backpackers on Bikes!”
Thrill-seeking > Aussie Style
It has long been stated (mainly by Kiwi’s) that Queenstown is THE place to go for fun, thrills and adventure travel. Now Australia is set to change all that, with its range of heart pumping, fear inducing and in some cases tear jerking experiences. Here is our guide to the Top Thrill Seeking experiences inContinue reading “Thrill-seeking > Aussie Style”
Getting into the Christmas Spirit
Sydney’s Countdown to Christmas If sunshine at Christmas is an alien concept and you are not feeling festive just yet, here are a few yuletide celebrations to get you into the mood to celebrate!! From Sunday 1st December – Enjoy Christmas Carols under the branches of the Martin Place Xmas Tree (daily from 6pm). 5thContinue reading “Getting into the Christmas Spirit”
The MORE you give the BETTER you feel!
We all want to do things that make us feel good, and giving your time to help others has got to be one of the most rewarding experiences you can have. It’s an opportunity to give yourself a high five, but most importantly you can give back. Volunteering can help improve your confidence, meet newContinue reading “The MORE you give the BETTER you feel!”
Digital Detox Time
Although the thought of not being “connected” may strike fear into some, there are a few of us that would love the opportunity to break free from tweets, hashtags and emoji’s. Your working holiday could provide you with just that opportunity. If you have travelled in any rural location in Australia then you will knowContinue reading “Digital Detox Time”
9 Foods you MUST try when you visit Australia
Chicken Parma or Chicken Parmigiana An Australian Staple in every pub and bistro in the country, the chicken parma is an Aussie take on the Italian classic made with eggplant as the hero base. The Aussie version is crumbed chicken topped with ham tomato sauce and cheese served with a side of salad and chips.Continue reading “9 Foods you MUST try when you visit Australia”
Third Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa program
From 1st July 2019, WHM visa holders who carry out 6 months of specified work in regional areas while on their second Working Holiday (subclass 417) visa or Work and Holiday (subclass 462) visa may be eligible to apply for a third visa. Eligible types of work and regional areas will correspond with the requirements for the secondContinue reading “Third Working Holiday Maker (WHM) visa program”